Convaid/Pediatric Positioning System
Mountee
- designed to fit company's Tilt-In-Space Safari frame
- medial thigh supports standard; options include headrest, lateral supports, pelvic/thigh supports, seatbelt and shoulder straps
- system of stops marks adjustable features so the settings are not lost when the chair is folded
Call 888/266-8243. Web site: www.convaid.com
Circle 499 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Freedom Lift/Lift Base
Action Base
- designed for Equalizer and Tailgater van and pickup truck lifts
- allows 180 degrees of adjustment on the lift base mounting legs
- low-profile design allows for an extra 1.5 inches of clearance.
Call 800/755-2856. Web site: www.freedom-lift.com
Circle 500 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
LP International/Electric Hand Truck
PowerMate Pogo
- features 200-pound weight capacity
- designed to move loads up and down stairs, on and off vehicles/loading docks and across flat surfaces, while keeping the load balanced
- has rechargeable 12-volt battery, gear-reduction motor, heavy-duty electronic controls and end-stop drive override
Call 800/697-6283.
Web site: www.powermate.info
Circle 498 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
FLA Orthopedics/Ankle Brace
FlexLite
- provides stability for weak or injured ankles
- footplate transfers weight-bearing forces from the ankle joint to increase stability
- has padded foam liners and integrated elastic straps
Call 800/327-4110. Web site: www.flaorthopedics.com
Circle 497 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Ongoing Care Solutions/Stirrup Ankle Braces
Wel-Kare
- designed to provide comfort, ankle stability and inversion/eversion protection
- designed to provide enhanced circulation and reduced swelling
- available in air-only, gel/air or Volara foam-only, and in gray plastic with black straps or white plastic with white straps
Call 800/375-0207.
Web site: www.ongoingcare.com
Circle 496 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Swede-O/Ankle Brace
Tarsal Lok
- stirrup cradles the midtarsal joint while supporting the ankle and subtalar joint
- built-in stabilizer, made of high-impact Fortilene, moves up and down slightly for comfort
- has built-in foam padding, speed-lacing system and a Breth-O-Prene tongue to wick away moisture
Call 800/525-9339. Web site: www.swedeo.com
Circle 495 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Great Ideas Inc./Toilet Seat
Solution ComfortSeat
- affixes to standard toilet; reduces the need for caregivers to wipe patient's intimate areas after urination or bowel movements
- control allows users to clean themselves with a stream of hygienic water, then dry themselves with a warm air drier
- designed to reduce the spread of disease from contact with stool-borne bacterium
Call 800/611-5515. Web site:
www.solutioncomfortseat.com
Circle 483 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Sunrise Medical/Mask
DeVilbiss FlexAire Mask
- air bladder within cushion interface facilitates seal and comfort
- patient can inflate or deflate bladder with air pump on side of mask
- mask can be removed without removing headgear, and hose connection swivels 360 degrees and locks into upright position
Call 800/333-4000.
Web site:
www.sunrisemedical.com
Circle 494 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
dj Orthopedics/Shoulder Brace
UltraSling ER-External Rotation
- designed to improve shoulder position to promote healing after dislocation or surgery
- positions elbow against the hip/rib area with the forearm slightly outward, externally rotated
- available in three sizes; also comes in 15- and 30-degree, and left and right versions with wedged pillow and shoulder strap
Call 800/336-6569.
Web site:
www.djortho.com
Circle 492 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Liko/Mobile Bariatric Lift
Viking 300
- features 660-pound weight capacity
- facilitates transfers between bed and wheelchair; lifts patients directly from floor
- has optional built-in scale, as well as user- friendly hand controls, built-in battery charger and pivot handles
Call 888/545-6671.
Web site: www.liko.com
Circle 493 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Abbott Laboratories/Blood Glucose Tester
MediSense Precision PCx 2.2.1
- hand-held, point-of-care system uses bio-sensor technology
- test strip features fill-trigger electrode that minimizes error potential; blood may be applied to the top or end of the strip
- ergonomic design; high-speed communications; connects with Precision Web, a Web-based data management system
Call 847/937-6100. Web site: www.abbott.com
Circle 487 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Adaptive Equipment Systems/Pediatric Seating System
Li'l Kiddos Line
- designed for wheelchair frames 14 inches and under; can be scaled to fit a 9-inch wide seating system
- has rear Quick-Adjust bracket set with 1/4 inch stops for incremental adjustments from flush to 1.5 inches
- bracket adapts to user's physical condition (orthosis, weight gain/loss) and adjusts to changes in clothing thickness
Call 800/237-2370. Web site: www.aesys.com.
Circle 490 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Quantum Rehab/Bariatric Power Wheelchair
Quantum 1650
- 650-pound weight capacity; accepts larger seating systems
- has upgraded motors, reinforced frame, enhanced springs on the front anti-tip wheels and two 70-amp hour batteries
- has top speed of 4 miles per hour and mid-wheel drive technology
Call 800/800-8586.
Web site: www.quantumrehab.com
Circle 491 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Health Care Logistics/Tablet Crusher
Quiet Crusher
- provides silent, easy rolling action, crushing medication to a fine powder; eliminates lumps
- uses durable, latex-free polyethylene bags that hold tablets in place during crushing
- curved bottom prevents powder from gathering in corners of bags, ensuring patient receives full dosage
Call 800/848-1633. Web site: www.hcl-intl.com
Circle 484 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Altimate Medical/Stander
EasyStand 5000 Youth Mobile
- accommodates individuals from 4 feet to 5 feet 6 inches and up to 180 pounds
- support and positioning options provide head and trunk control in the upright position
- desk feature allows tray access in all positions
Call 800/342-8968. Web site: www.easystand.com
Circle 489 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Gean-Edwards/Socks
Definitely Diabetic Line
- features Outlast, a high-tech fiber that regulates temperature, and a seamless toe
- line features six styles, two men's sizes, two women's sizes, four fiber blends and six standard colors
- soft-stretch cuff provides comfortable fit for those with circulatory problems
Call 800/558-6565. Web site: www.gean-edwards.com
Circle 488 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
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